Resiliency Shapes a New Path Forward
In every great city, the arts have always served as both a mirror and a light—reflecting who we are and illuminating the path forward. Here at JazzBuffalo, we’ve faced a couple of setbacks, but it’s our collective resilience that continues to define us. When challenges arise, we respond not by retreating, but by imagining new possibilities rooted in what makes our city special: creativity, community, and culture.
That spirit carries us into a promising new chapter—one that begins with the August 10th New Orleans Celebration on Ellicott Street, a vibrant street festival that captures the heart of jazz and the joy of shared experience. At the same time, we’re excited to begin planning discussions with Kleinhans Music Hall—home of the Grammy-winning Buffalo Philharmonic Orchestra—on launching a unique Jazz at the Philharmonic program. Inspired by the historic series founded by Norman Granz, this reimagined effort has the potential to bring internationally acclaimed jazz into the heart of our city and spark renewed energy in Buffalo’s downtown.
Together, these efforts represent more than events—they are investments in the cultural life of our city and affirmations of what Buffalo can be when we are resilient and lead with vision, heart, and the arts.
With gratitude,
Tony Zambito
Executive Director, JazzBuffalo
Special Art Meets Jazz Summer Thursday Event
Join us on Thursday, August 7th, as we help the Hunt Art Gallery Residencies and Beebe’s at the Gallery for a unique Art and Music Fair. A perfect way to support the fabulous artists and to bring life to downtown Buffalo. Check it out!
Thursday, August 7 @ 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm
Summer Thursdays Kick Off with Will Holton at Beebe’s at the Gallery!
Hunt Art Gallery/Beebe’s at the Gallery
There’s no better way to launch Summer Thursdays at Beebe’s at the Gallery than with community-minded musician Will Holton. A dynamic saxophonist, producer, and advocate for Buffalo’s arts and culture,…
Free – Pay What You Can Night!
Go here to reserve a spot for Will Holton and pay what you can!
Join Us For A Special Bourbon Street Style Celebration August 10th!
JazzBuffalo will bring the spirit of New Orleans Jazz to downtown with a reimagined format. We’ll transform Ellicott Street, closed to traffic, in front of Tappo Restaurant, into a vibrant dancing Bourbon Street party atmosphere, the kind you’d find in New Orleans or other great jazz cities.
Sunday, August 10 @ 4:00 pm – 7:00 pm
Buffalo Jazz Festival Prelude: New Orleans Celebration on Ellicott Street with The Brass Machine
Ellicott at Huron – Tappo Restaurant 338 Ellicott Street, Buffalo, United States
Join us Sunday, August 10th, for a special Buffalo Jazz Festival Prelude event that brings the spirit of New Orleans right to downtown Buffalo! We’re closing off Ellicott Street in…
JazzMondays at Tappo Restaurant Rooftop Patio 10th Anniversary!
We had a great weather evening this past Monday, and we’re hoping for another as we celebrate the Great American Songbook each Monday through Labor Day! Forecast looks good!
Join us as we celebrate the 10th Anniversary of JazzMondays on the newly renovated rooftop patio at Tappo Restaurant! For a decade, we’ve made Monday nights in downtown Buffalo sparkle with the timeless charm of the Great American Songbook.
Check Upcoming Jazz at JazzBuffalo.org
As summer gets underway, Buffalo comes alive with outdoor jazz performances, concerts, and festivals. Be sure to visit the Upcoming Events section on JazzBuffalo.org to stay current on all the live jazz taking place throughout the city and region. From rooftop evenings to concerts in the park, there’s something for everyone to enjoy this season. With many unique events submitted weekly, we encourage you to check the website often to find out where jazz is happening. Click here to view all the upcoming events!
https://jazzbuffalo.org/upcoming-events
JazzBuffalo Pick
Check out Carnegie Arts Live on the Lawn, where on Wednesday, August 6, the series will feature one of North Tonawanda’s gems, jazz vocalist and proprietor of Matt’s Music School, Kathy Carr.
Wednesday, August 6 @ 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm Carnegie Arts Center: 2025 Live on the Lawn
Carnegie Arts Center: 2025 Live on the Lawn
Carnegie Arts Center 240 Goundry Street, North Tonawanda, NY, United States
Join us for another Summer of live music on our spacious lawn! Each month features local musicians performing jazz. Guests are encouraged to bring a friend, a chair, and a
Special Upcoming JazzBuffalo Events
We are excited to build upon our most recent celebration of the Great American Songbook at Sto-Lot Restaurant and Bar. A fabulous atmosphere at Sto-Lat with a more robust menu this time!
Wednesday, August 20 @ 6:30 pm – 9:00 pm Celebrate the Great American Songbook at Sto-Lat Bar with My Cousin Toné!
Celebrate the Great American Songbook at Sto-Lat Bar with My Cousin Toné!
Sto-Lat Bar 4475 Transit, Williamsville, New York
After a spectacular evening celebrating the American Songbook and pre-4th of July Holiday, join us once again for an exciting evening of classic American music, great food, and festive summer…
Free
In Three Weeks! Northwest Jazz Festival in Lewiston, NY!
The region’s largest free jazz festival is just a little over a month away! Save the dates of Friday, August 22, and Saturday, August 23, as jazz once again fills the air of Lewiston, NY!
Friday, August 22 @ 5:30 pm – 10:30 pm Northwest Jazz Festival in Lewiston, NY – 2025
Northwest Jazz Festival in Lewiston, NY – 2025
Northwest Jazz Festival in Lewiston, NY Center Street, Lewiston, NY, United States
The 2025 Northwest Jazz Festival in Lewiston, NY, takes place Friday, August 22nd, and Saturday, August 23rd! The full schedule for all 5 stages! NORTHWEST JAZZ FESTIVAL SCHEDULE 2025…
Free
4th Annual Buffalo Jazz Festival is Labor Day Weekend!
Sunday, August 31 @ 12:30 pm – 7:30 pm
4th Annual Buffalo Jazz Festival
Ellicott at Huron – Tappo Restaurant 338 Ellicott Street, Buffalo, United States
Set in the heart of downtown Buffalo, the 4th Annual Buffalo Jazz Festival returns with a vibrant new format—turning Ellicott Street in front of Tappo Restaurant into a full-blown street…
Free
ICYMI: JazzBuffalo Stories
From the Art of Jazz to New Horizons: A Message from Tony Zambito
Posted on by Tony Zambito
Dear Friends in the Community, After much thoughtful consideration, I’ve decided to step away from my role as Producer and Curator of the Art of Jazz Series at the Buffalo […]
Buffalo Jazz Festival Prelude: A New Orleans Celebration with The Brass Machine
Posted on by JazzBuffalo
Ellicott Street transforms into a Bourbon Street-style celebration with live brass band music, New Orleans flavors, and community pride. Buffalo is about to experience a Bourbon Street-style celebration as we […]
How Jazz and the Arts Are Reshaping Downtown Buffalo as an Exciting Destination
Posted on by Tony Zambito
With jazz at its core and a growing arts movement in motion, Buffalo is redefining itself as a vibrant arts and cultural destination where community, creativity, and civic pride take […]
“Jazz For Everyone” Campaign
Join our “Jazz For Everyone” campaign starting in April! Your support and proceeds help us bring the magic of jazz and the timeless American Songbook to our community through exciting events like the Buffalo Jazz Festival, and future endeavors like the American Songbook Experience series. Every contribution, no matter the size, helps make these cultural experiences accessible to hundreds of people throughout our communities through free events or by keeping fees low. Thank you for helping us create unforgettable moments and enrich lives through music!
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Many thanks to those who have explored and contributed via Patreon. JazzBuffalo grows and supports the need to enrich our community through jazz. Will you consider becoming a JazzBuffalo Patron to continue the development of JazzBuffalo as an integral part of what makes our city one of the best for arts and culture in the country? Click on the Become A Patron link below and become a supporting patron for as little as $1/month.
